1. Prostatic alterations associated to early weaning and its relation with cocoa powder supplementation. Experimental study in adult wistar rats

ABSTRACT Early weaning can predispose the offspring to greater risk of developing chronic diseases in adulthood. It is believed that the consumption of functional foods is able to prevent these effects. The aim of this study is to evaluate the effects of maternal and postnatal cocoa powder supplementation on body mass, metabolism, and morphology of the prost

Int. braz j urol.. Publicado em: 2021-10

2. PDCA circulation combined with continuing nursing guided by wechat on improving the nursing value of patients with gynecological inflammatory diseases during out-of-hospital treatment

Abstract To analyze value of PDCA circulation mode combined with continuing nursing guided by WeChat on improving the nursing quality of patients with gynecological inflammatory diseases during out-of-hospital treatment. 320 patients with gynecological inflammation were equally divided into control group (routine guidance during out-of-hospital treatment) an

Food Sci. Technol. Publicado em: 2021-09

3. In vitro degradative effect of purified zearalenone with or without adsorbents after bionic digestion

Abstract The occurrence of zearalenone is considered a major risk factor affecting human and animal health worldwide. Zearalenone-contaminated feed can cause serious disorders and diseases in farm animals. A number of approaches have been developed to counteract zearalenone, but only few can be used. A potential approach to protecting animals against the har

Food Sci. Technol. Publicado em: 2021-09

4. Prevalence of xerostomia and its association with systemic diseases and medications in the elderly: a cross-sectional study

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Dry mouth syndrome or xerostomia is defined as decreased salivary flow or hypofunction of salivary glands. Its origins are multicausal and might be the result of a change in the salivary glands or a systemic imbalance. OBJECTIVE: To ascertain the prevalence of self-reported xerostomia and to identify associated factors. DESIGN AND S

Sao Paulo Med. J.. Publicado em: 2021-08

5. Allergic sensitization pattern of patients in Brazil

Abstract Objective Allergic sensitization is one of the key components for the development of allergies. Polysensitization seems to be related to the persistence and severity of allergic diseases. Furthermore, allergic sensitization has a predictive role in the development of allergies. The aim of this study was to characterize the pattern of sensitization

J. Pediatr. (Rio J.). Publicado em: 2021-08

6. Physical activity and sedentary behavior as multimorbidity discriminators among elderly Brazilians: a cross-sectional study

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Associations between behaviors and individual chronic diseases have been demonstrated. However, the relationship between time spent on sedentary behavior and multimorbidity remains less clear. OBJECTIVE: To identify the predictive power of various intensities of physical activity versus sedentary behavior, as discriminatory factors for

Sao Paulo Med. J.. Publicado em: 2021-08

7. Does use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs increase patients’ clinical severity of COVID-19?

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Associations between behaviors and individual chronic diseases have been demonstrated. However, the relationship between time spent on sedentary behavior and multimorbidity remains less clear. OBJECTIVE: To identify the predictive power of various intensities of physical activity versus sedentary behavior, as discriminatory factors for

Sao Paulo Med. J.. Publicado em: 2021-08

8. Women Undergoing Mitral Valve Replacement: A Retrospective Analysis

Abstract Background Although cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women, few data exist on risk factors and treatment of these diseases in women. This leads to a delay in the institution of appropriate therapies and worse outcomes in this population. Objective We aimed to identify predictors of morbidity and mortality in women undergoi

Int. J. Cardiovasc. Sci.. Publicado em: 2021-08

9. Women and Cardiac Disease: A Special Issue

Abstract Currently, pagetoid dyskeratosis is believed to involve an accelerated keratinization process, possibly induced by mechanical trauma. It represents, in almost its totality, incidental histological findings of specific cells, except when it occurs in the hands, where it usually occurs simultaneously with skin lesions and local dyschromia. These are l

Int. J. Cardiovasc. Sci.. Publicado em: 2021-08

10. Pagetoid dyskeratosis in dermatopathology

Abstract Currently, pagetoid dyskeratosis is believed to involve an accelerated keratinization process, possibly induced by mechanical trauma. It represents, in almost its totality, incidental histological findings of specific cells, except when it occurs in the hands, where it usually occurs simultaneously with skin lesions and local dyschromia. These are l

An. Bras. Dermatol.. Publicado em: 2021-08

11. Are Women the Fragile Sex? Or are They the Singular Sex?

Abstract Currently, pagetoid dyskeratosis is believed to involve an accelerated keratinization process, possibly induced by mechanical trauma. It represents, in almost its totality, incidental histological findings of specific cells, except when it occurs in the hands, where it usually occurs simultaneously with skin lesions and local dyschromia. These are l

Int. J. Cardiovasc. Sci.. Publicado em: 2021-08

12. Cardiovascular Risk Factors, Functionality, and Quality of Life in Climacteric Women

Abstract Background: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) comprises a group of cardiac and circulatory diseases. Despite the high incidence in males, women after menopause have an exponential increase in the risk of CVD. Objective: To identify the leading risk factors for CVD and describe quality of life and functionality in women hospitalized for cardiac causes d

Int. J. Cardiovasc. Sci.. Publicado em: 2021-08